ACTSERV is an actuarial consulting firm with over two decades of business visibility. We are seeking a Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and maintain both the client-side (front-end) and server-side (back-end) components of our web applications. The successful candidate will translate UI/UX designs into high-quality, responsive interfaces and implement robust server-side logic and database schemas. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and UI/UX designers, to deliver integrated solutions in an agile environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain both the client-side (front-end) and server-side (back-end) components of web applications.
Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into high-quality, responsive, and interactive user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (React, Next.js).
Implement user-facing features with a focus on usability, performance, and accessibility.
Ensure cross-browser compatibility and optimize applications for various devices and screen sizes.
Develop and maintain robust server-side logic, APIs (RESTful or GraphQL), and database interactions using chosen back-end languages and frameworks (Python).
Design and implement efficient database schemas for relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL (MongoDB) databases.
Integrate third-party services and APIs as required.
Perform database design, modeling, and optimization to ensure data integrity, performance, and scalability.
Write complex SQL queries and utilize ORMs effectively.
Work closely with product managers, UI/UX designers, and other developers (front-end, back-end, DevOps) to understand and clarify requirements, define technical specifications, and deliver integrated solutions.
Participate actively in stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings.
Actively participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.
Create and maintain technical documentation for developed features, APIs, and system architecture.
Write and maintain comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests for both front-end and back-end code to ensure code quality and prevent regressions.
Assist in identifying and reproducing bugs reported by QA or users.
Proactively identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks across the entire application stack.
Monitor application performance and implement optimizations to improve load times, responsiveness, and scalability.
Take ownership of complex technical challenges and propose effective solutions.
Continuously learn and stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in full-stack development, architectural patterns, and security.
Knowledge, Experience, and Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Two (2) to Four (4) years professional experience in full-stack development.
A strong portfolio showcasing previous full-stack projects links to public repositories (e.g., GitHub), highlighting both front-end and back-end contributions.
Relevant certifications in specific frameworks, cloud platforms, or database technologies is an added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Actserv application portal. You can access the application page directly by following the link below:
Apply Online Here
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply by visiting the following link: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1158101. This will lead to the application portal on the Actserv website (actserv-africa.com).
